Happy May! I‘m sure that you’re feeling the excitement in the air with the sunny weather and the end of the school year being near, so these playlists have been created for you to (hopefully) take the pain of culminatings away and keep you motivated! :)
Here are the selections for May:

Sunkissed



The feeling when you sleep in on the weekend then wake up to do some work with an iced coffee by your side (or cram your homework because it’s already sunday evening) wrapped up into eighteen songs to help bring some calm.

k, brb



In case you wanted something more than the plethora of K-pop playlists, I’ve decided to introduce a new genre: K R&B! This hybrid of hip hop, rap, soul, and funk is sure to make you feel like you’re in a coffee shop in Seoul. You may even spot some familiar artists!

Versailles



I’m excited to introduce our first all-classical music arrangement! Inspired by a certain period drama on Netflix, this blend of soundtracks, classics, and some of my favourite pieces from ballets will make you feel like you’re flitting through the grounds of Versailles.

Neverland



A thoughtful idea given to me by Misheel, this playlist features music created by young artists ranging from 17-21 years old. I hope you find some new favourites among these potential future voices of our generation!

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).

Happy March! I find that this month is always unpredictable at the cusp of spring, you never know to expect sunshine or freezing rain the next day. However, one prediction I'm sure of is that you’re going to have great music to accompany you!
Here are the selections for March:

Mainstream Nostalgia



Do you ever associate songs with certain times in your life? I tend to do that frequently, so I was inspired to create a throwback playlist for you! Here are some of the most famous songs from the 2010s that we grew up listening to. Let’s see if you can still remember all of the lyrics! :)

Wish upon a star



If you’re still looking for more nostalgia, here is a collection of songs from some of the most beloved films of all time: Disney animated movies! I’ve mixed my favorite classic Disney songs from movies like “The Lion King” with new hits from films like “Encanto”. Listening to these will definitely inspire the urge to have a Disney movie marathon.

Let's swing



It’s been a while since our last jazz playlist, so I’ve whipped out a new one, this time with more focus on vocal jazz. If you want to feel like you’re in a swanky café or at a high-end gathering in New York, give it a listen!

Sincerely



I’ve saved the best for last: here is a compilation of all original content created from your dedicated staff at Project Metropolis. This playlist will be updated regularly so make sure to keep an eye out for new content! A round of applause to the talented Sion, Bernie, and Misheel for creating these pieces!

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).

Congratulations on finishing another successful semester and good luck in the new one! Here are more of our signature playlists to support you along the way. Like always, these selections incorporate recommendations from various members of our staff to cater high-quality and diverse music every month. I hope you enjoy them and that you are encouraged to share the finds you like!
Without further ado, here are our selections for February:

J'adore



I’m pleased to announce the next installment in our language spotlight playlists: our first ever playlist in French! I’ve gathered my favourite vintage French ballads as well as some instrumentals to make you feel like you’re sitting in a trés chic Parisian café. Whether you want to take an auditory trip to the heart of Paris or get in the mood for French class, this playlist is perfect to expand your music taste!

Cloud 9



With all the love in the air this month, we shouldn't forget to give ourselves the self-love we deserve! Here’s a selection featuring motivational, serotonin-boosting bops that you can use to hype yourself up or have an impromptu dance break in your room. All the positive vibes you need are squeezed into this energizer of a playlist.

Cupid's Arrow



For all the lovers out there, here is a tenderly crafted selection to celebrate February. Incorporating timeless classics as well as recent pop staples, this is the perfect love song collection to get you in a romantic mood. As the playlist consists of sections that range from quiet confessions and deep thoughts to head in the clouds, butterflies-in-your-stomach exclamations, it is highly recommended that you listen in the order of arrangement. Don’t hesitate to share this musical celebration of love with a special someone! ;)

Finger Heart



Finally, here is a kpop edition of romantic selections that feature the catchy beats and contagious energy the genre is widely known for. Spanning through all four generations of kpop (wow!), you’re sure to find a new favourite to add to your own playlist. Celebrate February 14th with the most iconic love songs in kpop!

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).

Congratulations on getting to the end of another year, and I hope you've been enjoying the winter break! I am very proud to share one last batch of playlists for your enjoyment. It's my pleasure to work with the rest of our staff in bringing you a variety of themes and genres every month. As well, we'd love to receive any feedback addressed to the social media handles at the bottom of this post. If you're looking for a holiday playlist to enjoy for the remainder of your winter break, make sure to check out "Under the Mistletoe" from our last playlist post "Notes of November" or at the Project Metropolis Spotify profile. Happy listening!
Here are our selections for December:

'21 wrapped



Another year means new music to dive into and many, many viral hits. Here is a selection of the mega-hits from 2021 so that you can relive the most popular music moments of the year, along with fresh finds from popular artists. (Note: the person who made this playlist envies anyone who scored tickets to Sour Tour.)

Vitamin K2



To go with our theme of introducing music in different languages, here is the second edition of Vitamin K. I've tried my best to include lesser-known K-pop songs so that you can find new favourites to stream!

Lit



As part of our journey to introduce a variety of genres, here is an EDM-heavy playlist perfect for having an impromptu dance party in your room, or celebrate with during the break. (:waba: shoutout!)

Screenlight



Adding to another series, here is another OST playlist I've created by incorporating familiar sounds from my childhood. If you're a Marvel, Disney, or an old-timey movie fan, make sure to check this out! (You could also rely on this playlist to get you through hard work on culminatings!)

K-wrapped



As a bonus because your resident playlist maker was not satisfied with one K-pop playlist, here are some favourite title tracks and b-sides of the year. On a personal note, I heard many of these songs bouncing off streets when I visited South Korea, so this year in k-pop will definitely be a memorable one. I recommend this selection if you want to discover hits from a variety of artists and catch up on anything you might have missed!

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).

**Winter break is officially here! Look forward to cozy days of sleeping in, relaxing time to enjoy time with family and friends, and most likely some assignments to put in the back of your mind. **
Some things that happened this week:

We hope you enjoyed three food days, where our school's marvellous clubs sold food in the main gym. Another thank you to the clubs!
Maclyonsden is hosting a new winter-themed doodle game! try the game yourself here.
MSC t-shirts were distributed today.
MCPT's third tower defence workshop was held on Thursday, December 16th.
MCPT is opening up club hoodie orders! get a hoodie today here.
Math club's Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat contests have opened. Find the registration form here.
Sounds of the Season by Mackenzie's Music Council has been released on YouTube! find their wonderful performances here.
Wednesday was a late start.
As of Wednesday, there will be no more guaranteed schoolwide wellness breaks. Wellness breaks will be decided on a class-by-class basis, and wellness breaks will not be permitted on late start days.
Rapid antigen tests were sent out this week to all students. These tests should be used if you are showing symptoms of COVID-19, or suspect you were a close contact with someone with COVID-19.
Creator's Joy Holiday E-card drive ends today. Make sure to get those e-cards in!
Mackenzie E-Sports club is hosting a competitive Minecraft Bedwards tournament! Find the registration link here.

Extra note:
Stay safe, everyone. As daily COVID cases increase this season, it is more important than ever to make sure you take appropriate safety measures to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Have a good winter break!

Lots of exciting things happened this week. You might notice a lovely theme of holiday spirit that is beginning in our school.
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SACmas is back!** For the entirety of next week, SAC is holding a multitude of festive holiday events.
Spirit dress-up days, a whopping 3 food days, candy grams, and a new maclyonsden game!
Find more information on our Instagram page here.
Look forward to the holiday spirit, mac!
Some other things that happened this week:

MCPT's December LCC happened this Thursday. Congratulation to all participants!
Wednesday was a late start. Watch for the next late start days, so you don't get stuck in cold weather around these times.
The Secret Snowflake holiday card event is here! Wellness @ Mac is hosting a schoolwide card exchange for students to spread the holiday cheer.
Signup for the Secret Snowflake holiday card event closes on December 10th. More info will be sent on December 13th. Find out more here.
Grad quote deadlines have been extended to today at midnight. Send in those grad quotes, grade 12s!
The ACED holiday competition was held on Tuesday. Congratulations to all participants, you did wonderfully.

Some things to look forward to next week:

CCC (Canadian Computing Competition) pre-registrations have been opened, and are due on January 5th. Find the registration page here.
Cyberpatriot round 3 happens this Saturday, December 10th.
Music Council "Sounds of the Season" will hold their live premiere of performances on Youtube! Come watch the premiere on Thursday, December 16th, at 7 pm.
This holiday season, the Creative Writing Club is hosting a holiday escape room! Find out more here.
Creator's Joy is opening another holiday e-card event in a partnership with SickKids Hospital. 1 volunteer hour is given for 2 cards, and students can make a maximum of 6 cards. The holiday e-card drive is happening between December 7th and December 17th. Find out more here.

Today marks the end of Mackenzie's North York Harvest food drive! Congratulation to the winning class, and thank you to all who participated by donating non-perishable food.
Furthermore, grade 12 grad quote submissions are due on December 12th, 2021. All graduates, get your quotes into the yearbook committee form!
Some other things that happened this week:
- MCPT held their second Game Dev meeting, which taught how to create a tower defence game.
- The Arts Council is opening up their monthly art submissions again! This month, the theme is the winter/holidays. Find more through this link.
- SAC is beginning our winter candy gram sales! come to the front foyer at lunch to pick up a candy gram for a special someone, or just those who you want to send appreciation. Our raffle prize this season is an Apple Watch Series 3!
- Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat contest registration are now open. Sign up here before January 31st, 2022.
- The Music Council opened up the stage for performers who want to submit a performance to their Linktree (in their Instagram bio). The deadline for your submissions is December 8th, and you will be entered into SAC's holiday giveaway upon submission. Happy practicing!
- Mackenzie's Undergraduate Business Panel happened today at 4:00 pm.
Some things that are happening next week:
- MCPT's December LCC will be held on December 9th, 2021.
- The SAC holiday candy gram sale will continue to run until next Wednesday or December 8th.
- Arts Council submissions are open until the end of December.

Congratulations on getting through another month! I am very excited to share these new playlists for you to enjoy! I also recommend listening to the playlists by order of appearance because that has been taken into account. Our staff is continuing to explore a variety of themes and genres to bring you great music every month.
Here are our selections for November:

Under the Mistletoe



Get ready for December with this playlist to set the holiday mood! Christmas is definitely my favourite holiday so I wanted to share a mix of my favourite carols, old and new. This careful collection will definitely keep you company if you want to cozy up during winter break!

Culture Shock



This playlist was created at the suggestion of one of our amazing staff! All of the songs are a culmination of recommendations from many different staff members. It was monumental to see different tastes come together during the process!

Retro



Here's a collection of oldies profoundly inspired by a certain Marvel movie. See how many songs you can recognize while listening to this feel-good playlist!

Winter Heartbreak



The elevated, purifying quality of Nightcore in this playlist doesn't mean the traditional boosted partying energy. Instead, it highlights the sense of fragmenting innocence and ambivalent hope for love that accompanies a broken heart. For you who need a careful collection of songs to console you through your sorrows, this selection is for you.

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).

Greetings from your new music content creator! I am proud to present these newly currated playlists for the month, inspired and created by the staff at Project Metropolis. Each of these selections are very distinct from each other and I hope everyone is able to add some good music to their day!
Here are our selections for October:

Ghostly Gala



Halloween is one of Mac's most beloved holidays, so why not celebrate this Mactoberfest with our selection of spooky songs? This playlist encompasses a variety of genres to appeal to everyone's tastes. Here's your ticket to the ghostly gala!

Snapshot Stories



This playlist was inspired by the choose-your-own ending books I read as a child. Music is a way for us to choose a role to play; you choose a song to listen to just as you would pick a book off a bookshelf. Have fun taking your pick!


Turntable



Recommended by our staff, here is a collection of big band jazz songs to set the mood, whether it's for a cozy, rainy afternoon or a lengthy homework session.

At the Cinema



Specially created by Patrick, this selection of iconic movie themes is sure to bring nostalgia and maybe even make you feel as if you are part of the movie.

If you have any recommendations or requests for next month's playlists, please DM Celine on Discord (celine_celestium#4003) or Instagram (@celine_celestium).